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#57 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 3% in state

Field Elementary School

Elementary School · Weston

16 Alphabet Lane, Weston, MA 02493

Enrollment

304

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

9.3

Grades

4th – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#57 of 1,793

In Weston

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

Weston

School environment

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Field Elementary School

9.3/10

Elementary School in Weston · grades 4th – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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9.9/10

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9.2/10

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About Field Elementary School

Field Elementary School is a public elementary school in Weston, MA, part of Weston. Field Elementary School serves approximately 304 students, and covers grades 4th-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Field Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #57 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Field Elementary School show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 9.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 9.5
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.19 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency76.3% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency76.3% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+32.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+35.1 pts
Overall Proficiency76% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+20.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile94th
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$31,967
Chronic Absenteeism6.9%

Field Elementary School — Students at Field Elementary School score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 76.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.2% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 77.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.3% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)

Based on 76 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
81%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
81%
2011
Math
80%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
83%
ELA
84%
2013
Math
85%
ELA
85%
2014
Math
81%
ELA
81%
2015
Math
88%
ELA
86%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
78%
2017
Math
78%
ELA
82%
2018
Math
79%
ELA
79%
2019
Math
79.5%
ELA
79.5%
2020*
Math
70%
ELA
77%
2021*
Math
70%
ELA
77%
2022
Math
72%
ELA
67.3%
2023
Math
71.3%
ELA
76%
2024
Math
80.7%
ELA
76.7%
2025
Math
76.3%
ELA
76.3%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.9/10.

How Field Elementary School Compares

See how Field Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.3/10
97th percentile in MA
Academic
9.6/10
Excellent
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
6.9%

Location

16 Alphabet Lane, Weston, MA 02493

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Field Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Country (rated 9.9/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Katharine Lee Bates (rated 9.3/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Wellesley), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Woodland (rated 9.2/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Weston, see our Weston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Country Weston 0.1 mi 9.9
Woodland Weston 0.2 mi 9.2
GIFFORD SCHOOL Weston 1.0 mi 5.4
Weston High Weston 1.6 mi 9.4
Weston Middle Weston 1.6 mi 8.3
MEADOWBROOK SCHOOL OF WESTON Weston 1.3 mi 9.0
THE TREMONT SCHOOL Weston 1.8 mi
THE CAMBRIDGE SCHOOL OF WESTON Weston 2.1 mi 7.1
William F. Stanley Elementary School Waltham 2.3 mi 6.0
THE RIVERS SCHOOL Weston 2.9 mi 6.0
Katharine Lee Bates Wellesley 3.4 mi 9.3
Claypit Hill School Wayland 2.6 mi 7.6
Ernest F Upham Wellesley 3.5 mi 7.9
ST JOHN SCHOOL Wellesley 3.1 mi 6.7
Williams Auburndale 2.7 mi 9.0
MILESTONES DAY SCHOOL Waltham 3.1 mi 6.9
C C Burr Auburndale 2.8 mi 8.7
MONTESSORI DAY SCHOOL OF WELLESLEY HILLS Wellesley Hls 3.8 mi
Sprague Elementary School Wellesley 3.9 mi 7.8
Thomas R Plympton Elementary School Waltham 3.1 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02493 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$250,001

Median Home Value

$1,586,100

Median Rent

$2,168/mo

Population

11,443

College Educated

84.4%

Homeownership

90.4%

Avg Commute

26.6 min

Poverty Rate

4.3%

Median Age

44.9

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Bradley Elementary School East Boston, MA 9.3
Glover Marblehead, MA 9.3
John Eliot Needham, MA 9.3
Katharine Lee Bates Wellesley, MA 9.3
Peirce Arlington, MA 9.3
Haggerty Cambridge, MA 9.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Field Elementary School

What grades does Field Elementary School serve?

Field Elementary School serves students in grades 4th through 5th.

How many students attend Field Elementary School?

Field Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 304 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Field Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Field Elementary School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Field Elementary School rank in MA?

Field Elementary School ranks #57 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Field Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Field Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Field Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Field Elementary School has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Field Elementary School a charter school?

No, Field Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Field Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Field Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
28 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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How does Field Elementary School stack up?

Country
9.9
Woodland
9.2
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
4th – 5th
Enrollment
304
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
6.9%

District

Weston
District Enrollment
2,036
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$31,967
District Rank
#3 of 5

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